Meet the Tasmanian dive center on a mission to restore local kelp forests in the wake of near-total devastation.

Whale sharks, oceanic whitetip sharks and mantas received highest protections at the most recent CITES Conference of the Parties. Here's what that says about the future of ocean protection.

At Nuarro Lodge, protecting the ocean is a community effort. But it doesn't stop there. See how they're making changes under and above the surface.

Meet our Sea Hero of the Year: Les Burke, a veteran shaping the next generation of ocean leaders though education and exploration.

In the latest edition of “organizations divers should know,” Dr. David Shiffman introduces you to the Asian Shark and Ray Alliance. This new organization will bring together shark scientists and conservationists from across Asia—but they need your help.

A new microscope combines two technologies to give scientists a better understanding of corals and their symbiotic algae. Researchers hope it can give better insight into why corals bleach.

From regular cleanups to the removal of invasive crown-of-thorns starfish, this tiny Fijian resort is making waves for its proactive conservation efforts.

Don McLeish is a dedicated sea turtle rescuer and diver. He’s a field responder for the Maui Ocean Center Marine Institute, a self-described “gizmologist” and a skilled photographer looking to inspire future generations.

PADI AWARE aims to collect 20,000 signatures from divers, instructors, operators and ocean advocates urging decision-makers to enact stronger protections for sharks and rays during CITES CoP20.